Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer – Site Development

Joining Arup

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Arup’s Site Development (Civil Engineering) Teams work at the interface of planning, engineering and delivery, leading the design of civil and infrastructure solutions that unlock development sites - supporting master planning, mixed use and specialist developments from early feasibility through to construction, in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. They also provide Civil Engineering and Leadership expertise in support of major projects led by our Energy, Water, Transport and Building teams across the UK.

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer – Site Development to take a leading role in the growth and delivery of our site development capability in Whitehaven. This is a key leadership position combining technical excellence and team development, whilst supporting both local delivery and wider regional collaboration across the North.

You will play a central role working on projects across major frameworks including Sellafield and United Utilities, acting in key positions such as Responsible Engineer (RE). You will be client-facing, guiding complex projects whilst helping development, mentor and inspire engineers at different stages of their careers.

As a Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer, you will be expected to manage and guide multi-disciplinary projects while providing technical knowledge and mentoring to other engineers. Your role will involve directing in a dynamic and stimulating environment with a myriad of opportunities to apply your knowledge and expertise to a range of exciting projects.

You will use your specialist expertise to solve complex engineering challenges, connect technical solutions to broader project outcomes, and contribute to the continued growth of our civil infrastructure capability across the North.

Is This Role Right for You?

We’re looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

Chartered status (CEng or IEng) through ICE or a relevant professional body

Experience in site development and civil infrastructure design and delivery undertaking key roles, within complex or regulated environments (e.g. nuclear, utilities)

Experience leading, coaching or supporting teams, contributing to technical capability within a team or organisation and ultimately delivering high-quality outcomes.

Experience working in client-facing and construction environments, with an ability to build trusted relationships with clients, colleagues and stakeholders

Strong collaboration skills, with experience working across multi-disciplinary teams or office locations

Commercial awareness and ability to support project and business performance

Holding relevant security clearance (e.g. BPSS, SC, or Sellafield-specific clearances) would be advantageous. Where not already held, the successful candidate may be required to obtain appropriate clearances in line with project and client requirements.

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What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.